1984 Opel Monza vs. 2003 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2003 Toyota Avalon is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Opel Monza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Opel Monza would be higher. At 2,981 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Avalon (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1984 Opel Monza. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 1984 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 355 kg more than 1984 Opel Monza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Opel Monza is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Opel Monza. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Avalon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2003 Toyota Avalon (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Monza. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Opel Monza | 2003 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Monza | Avalon |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 2981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2610 mm |
